Foreign Minister’s Commendation Ceremony for Chef Atsushi Suzuki and Certification as "Excellent Chef"
2026/11/4
On November 4, Ambassador Mori hosted a presentation ceremony at the Ambassador’s Residence to present the Foreign Minister’s Commendation for FY 2026 to Mr. Atsushi Suzuki, Chef of the Official Residence. On behalf of the Minister for Foreign Affairs of Japan, Ambassador Mori presented him with the certificate of commendation and a commemorative medal.
Since beginning his service at the Residence in 2022, Chef Suzuki has played an indispensable role in supporting the Embassy's diplomatic activities as a "culinary diplomat." With his exceptional culinary skills, creativity, and dedication, he has elevated the dining experience for numerous dignitaries and guests at the Residence. He has also actively promoted the beauty and richness of Japanese cuisine and food culture to the people of Denmark.
In recognition of these significant contributions, Chef Suzuki was awarded the Foreign Minister’s Commendation on October 1, 2026, and was officially certified as an "Excellent Chef for the Ambassador of Japan" by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.
The Embassy of Japan wishes to express its deepest gratitude to Chef Suzuki for his outstanding dedication and extends its warmest congratulations on this well-deserved honor. We wish him continued success and prosperity in his future endeavors.
Since beginning his service at the Residence in 2022, Chef Suzuki has played an indispensable role in supporting the Embassy's diplomatic activities as a "culinary diplomat." With his exceptional culinary skills, creativity, and dedication, he has elevated the dining experience for numerous dignitaries and guests at the Residence. He has also actively promoted the beauty and richness of Japanese cuisine and food culture to the people of Denmark.
In recognition of these significant contributions, Chef Suzuki was awarded the Foreign Minister’s Commendation on October 1, 2026, and was officially certified as an "Excellent Chef for the Ambassador of Japan" by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.
The Embassy of Japan wishes to express its deepest gratitude to Chef Suzuki for his outstanding dedication and extends its warmest congratulations on this well-deserved honor. We wish him continued success and prosperity in his future endeavors.
